Call for Proposals

The ARPA Conference Education Committee invites you to submit a presentation proposals for the 2024 ARPA Conference and Energize Workshop by April 28 at midnight to be considered as a speaker at the conference.

This years theme is Community Connections.

Amidst breathtaking mountain peaks and serene landscapes, the 2024 ARPA Conference & Energize Workshop invites participants to explore the theme of "Community Connections" and the transformative power of recreation and parks in fostering vibrant, connected communities. This conference invites participants to delve into the pivotal role of recreation and parks as catalysts for community engagement, social cohesion, and collective well-being.

From inclusive programming to inspiring presentations, environmental stewardship to innovative strategies, reconciliation to wellness, "Community Connections" offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted ways in which recreation and parks contribute to the fabric of our communities. By fostering meaningful connections and empowering residents to take an active role in shaping the future of their recreation and parks spaces, we aim to create vibrant, connected communities where everyone feels a sense of belonging and purpose.

Join us and be part of a collective vision for a future where recreation and parks serve as vital catalysts for Community Connections. 

Call for Presentations Speakers Terms and Conditions

Please ensure that your submission complies with each of these guidelines. Failure to do so could result in submission errors or rejection of the submission during the review process. Click here to view the entire call for proposals. 

1. Completed proposals must be received by midnight April 28th. Your submission must contain complete information to be considered.
   
   
2. Handouts and Presentations: If your session is chosen, all handouts and the complete presentation must be submitted electronically to Caleb Boorse (cboorse@arpaonline.ca) no later than August 31, 2024. 
   1. All session presenters must provide a presentation for review by the conference committee by August 31, 2024 to review the approved session material.
      
      
3. Speaker Substitutions: Sessions are chosen in part to the speaker listed and that speakers prior speaking history, knowledge, and/or expertise. Due to this, no speaker substitutions will be allowed. 
   
   
4. Session Length: All program sessions will be 60 minutes in length. Speakers agree to plan their session content accordingly (this would time frame would need to include presentation time and question and answer periods). 
   
   
5. By submitting a presentation, you are acknowledging that ARPA may use this proposal to fill future speaking needs as well. ARPA may review your proposal and use it for additional opportunities within 1 year of the proposal being submitted. ARPA will be in contact with you if the presentation is being considered for future use. 
   
   
6. Information collected will be used by the Conference Committee for the determination of successful presenters, and to assist in the marketing of the 2024 ARPA Conference and Energize Workshop. Your presentation will be saved in a event platform and accessible to those who have attended the conference for up to 6 months after the conference dates. There will be the ability to download your presentation, only the ability to rewatch within the event platform.
   
   
7. Speakers will be given a $200 renumeration that can be put towards travel costs or a discount off of their registration. No other support can be provided.